John Picardi
John’s artwork is characterised by vibrant colors that evoke light and optimism. In a world where hardships can overwhelm us, he believes beautiful art offers a respite, reminding us of life's value. Through his paintings, he strives to share happiness and positivity, reflecting his nurturing spirit and passion for life's beauty.
He is inspired by the great Impressionists Bonnard, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Matisse, Pissarro, and Cezanne, and seeks to capture fleeting moments of light and emotion on canvas. His creative process draws from personal experiences, travels to Italy, imagination, nature, memories, and everyday observations. From flower gardens to majestic trees, he transforms these inspirations into subjective realism, maintaining his unique voice.
John has a Master of Fine Arts from Carnegie Mellon University. He also holds degrees from the University of Massachusetts in Boston, Johnson and Wales University, and the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth, where he earned his Postgraduate Certificate in Painting.
An accomplished playwright, John has had two off-Broadway productions published by Samuel French, with nationwide performances and reviews in The New York Times and Los Angeles Times. He is a grant recipient from the National Italian American Foundation, and his plays are part of the Billy Rose Collection at Lincoln Center and featured in Smith & Kraus's Best Plays 2003 and 2005.
As a novelist, John has published Oliver Pepper's Pickle (2011) and Nincompoop (2021).